The two shared a passion for hip-hop, which hadn't yet made a strong impact in the South, and formed their own rap duo, 8Ball & MJG. They made their recording debut in 1991 with a three-track single, Listen to the Lyrics, released on cassette and 12" vinyl by On the Strength Records, an independent label. (These early recordings for On the Strength would later be reissued in 1997 as Lyrics of a Pimp and also in 2000 as Memphis Under World.) 8Ball & MJG subsequently signed a deal with Suave Records (aka Suave House), a Houston, TX-based label run by Tony Draper. 8Ball & MJG's debut full-length, Comin' Out Hard (1993), produced partly by MJG, was the inaugural release by Suave, which would grow to become one of the premier Southern rap labels of the decade. Now considered a milestone, Comin' Out Hard was among the first Southern rap albums to get widespread recognition, opening the door for other pioneers such as Three 6 Mafia, Master P, and Cash Money Records.
8Ball & MJG recorded a few additional albums for Tony Draper throughout the remainder of the decade -- On the Outside Looking In (1994), On Top of the World (1995), In Our Lifetime, Vol. 1 (1999) -- and did much to foster the growth of Suave, regularly being featured as guests on the label's other releases. Plus, 8Ball and MJG each branched out for solo projects, Lost (1998) and No More Glory (1997), respectively, both released by Suave. In 2000, 8Ball & MJG left Suave and switched to JCOR Entertainment, a short-lived rap label founded by Jay Faires, for the release of Space Age 4 Eva. The album, which notably featured production by Swizz Beatz and DJ Quik, was a departure for 8Ball & MJG, who heretofore had worked more or less exclusively with regional producers. The album spawned a pair of minor hits, "Pimp Hard" and "Buck Bounce," the duo's first to first to get national, opposed to regional, airplay. In 2001, JCOR released a pair of 8Ball albums -- The Slab, a various-artists compilation, and Almost Famous, a proper solo album -- but the label then ran into trouble and went out of business, leaving 8Ball & MJG without a recording contract.
After a couple years in limbo, Bad Boy Records, helmed by Diddy, picked up 8Ball & MJG and released Living Legends (2004), the duo's most star-studded album to date. "You Don't Want Drama," the lead single, became 8Ball & MJG's biggest hit ever, reaching number 30 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles chart, while Living Legends itself likewise became the duo's best-selling, debuting at number three on the Top 200 album chart and topping 500,000 in sales. 8Ball & MJG's second Bad Boy album, Ridin High (2007), was less successful, though, despite debuting well at number eight and spawning a strong lead single, "Relax and Take Notes."
Ball & MJG are now signed to T.I.s Grand Hustle lable.
MJG has released 2 solo Albums in 2008 titled Pimp Tight & This Might Be The Day.
White Meat
MJG Lyrics
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Full of all kinda drugs high as a giraffe
Pussy nigga better not get too close, Nigga better not try and push me
We got them thangs, I mean them things that go bang bang
Don't give a fuck who you with, don't give a fuck if you got some change
Take your necklace, take your watch, take your diamond rangs
Way back in the game, when a nigga use to have sell rock cocaine
Right now today, I'ma grab the mic and bring the pain
Lil Jon on the beat, bout'a tear this bitch up out the frame
You better leave if you thing you just a little lame
Tuck your chain don't get caught when this here song come on
Look at my face, that's gon' tell you niggas something wrong
[Chorus]
I heard you niggas don't like me (like me)
I know you boys want to fight me (fight me)
I know where your kids and yo wife be (wife be)
Buss a nigga head till da white meat (meat) [Repeat: x2]
[MJG]
Real killers, tough niggas, loud mouth rough niggas
Can't stay out'a handcuff niggas ain't enough niggas
Toughen up niggas, I'm a, artillery specialist
Never da fucking less I get pimping naturally effortless
Coming up outta regions where motherfuckers is needing
MJG to speak for 'em, continue to see for 'em
I ran the street with 'em, concrete defeat with 'em
I made them hoes pick 'em, I made them go, stick 'em
Pimp tight, MJ, fucking GM, luckily
Married to this 45, under my fucking seat
Talking, pulling pistols out and shooting never shook me
You boys can't hook me listen what the hook be
[Chorus]
[Lil Jon] (Lil Bo and Big Sam)
We ain't scared'a fuck niggas, we ain't scared'a whole cliques
Fuck them niggas, take they hoes, and they muthafucking shit
(fuck em, fuck em, fuck em, fuck em)
We ain't scared'a fuck niggas, we ain't scared'a whole cliques
Fuck them niggas, take they hoes, and they muthafucking shit
(fuck em, fuck em, fuck em, fuck em)
You think you bad nigga, (WHAT), You think you hard nigga, (what)
Yo clique ain't shit, we pull your car nigga, (what)
We shoot a bird at a pussy nigga, we roll on a pussy nigga
(bird hey) (hey)
I don't give a fuck nigga, stole on that pussy nigga
(Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah)
We shoot a bird at a pussy nigga, we roll on a pussy nigga
(bird hey) (hey)
I don't give a fuck nigga, stole on that pussy nigga
(Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah)
[Chorus]
[Lil Jon]
Oh we some headbussas, oh we some headbussas
We crack a nigga skull, we some head bussas [Repeat: x4]
[Lil Bo and Big Sam]
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey(X4)
The lyrics to MJG's song "White Meat" depict a confrontational and aggressive tone. The opening verse by Eightball sets the mood by describing a state of being high and ready to defend oneself. The lines emphasize a sense of power and dominance, warning anyone not to cross their path or challenge them. The references to drugs and material possessions highlight a persona that does not care about social status or wealth.
MJG's verse takes on a different perspective, focusing on his experience as a street veteran and his ability to command respect. He refers to himself as a "pimp tight" individual, someone who is naturally skilled at controlling situations. He also alludes to his familiarity with firearms and the danger that comes with his lifestyle. MJG's lyrics assert that he cannot be easily intimidated or manipulated, and his presence carries authority.
Lil Jon's contribution to the song amplifies the aggressive nature of the lyrics. The repeated lines about not being afraid of rival individuals or groups and taking their women and possessions reinforce the attitude of dominance and power. The use of derogatory language adds to the confrontational tone of the song, emphasizing the disregard for others' feelings or opinions.
Line by Line Meaning
Full of all kinda drugs high as a giraffe
I'm heavily intoxicated, feeling euphoric and disconnected from reality
Pussy nigga better not get too close, Nigga better not try and push me
I advise against messing with me because I won't hesitate to defend myself
We got them thangs, I mean them things that go bang bang
I possess firearms, specifically guns that deliver powerful shots
Don't give a fuck who you with, don't give a fuck if you got some change
I don't care about your social status or financial wealth
Take your necklace, take your watch, take your diamond rangs
I will forcibly seize your jewelry, including any expensive diamonds
Way back in the game, when a nigga use to have sell rock cocaine
In the past, I used to be involved in the illegal drug trade, specifically selling crack cocaine
Right now today, I'ma grab the mic and bring the pain
Currently, I will take control of the microphone and deliver intense, impactful lyrics
Go fucking insane, everything I say go straight to ya brain
I'm going to become mentally unstable and my words will deeply impact your consciousness
Lil Jon on the beat, bout'a tear this bitch up out the frame
With Lil Jon producing the music, we are going to completely dominate and excel
You better leave if you thing you just a little lame
It would be wise for you to exit if you consider yourself weak or uninteresting
Tuck your chain don't get caught when this here song come on
Conceal your valuable necklace to avoid being targeted when this song plays
Look at my face, that's gon' tell you niggas something wrong
Observe my expression, it will indicate that something is amiss
I heard you niggas don't like me (like me)
I'm aware that you individuals hold negative opinions about me
I know you boys want to fight me (fight me)
I understand that you guys desire physical confrontation with me
I know where your kids and yo wife be (wife be)
I possess information regarding the whereabouts of your children and spouse
Buss a nigga head till da white meat (meat) [Repeat: x2]
I will violently strike an individual's head until their flesh turns pale and reveals the white bone underneath
Real killers, tough niggas, loud mouth rough niggas
I associate with individuals who are genuine murderers, formidable and aggressive
Can't stay out'a handcuff niggas ain't enough niggas
It's impossible for some people to avoid getting arrested as they lack the necessary skills to evade authorities
Toughen up niggas, I'm a, artillery specialist
I encourage weak individuals to become stronger, while I possess expertise in using firearms
Never da fucking less I get pimping naturally effortless
Nevertheless, I have a natural talent for engaging in pimping activities without exerting much effort
Coming up outta regions where motherfuckers is needing
Emerging from areas where people are desperate for assistance
MJG to speak for 'em, continue to see for 'em
I represent and advocate for these individuals, ensuring their needs are addressed
I ran the street with 'em, concrete defeat with 'em
I've shared experiences and struggles with them, facing defeat together on the streets
I made them hoes pick 'em, I made them go, stick 'em
I forced women to select these individuals, and compelled them to engage in criminal activities
Pimp tight, MJ, fucking GM, luckily
I possess excellent pimping skills, being referred to as MJ and the great manager
Married to this 45, under my fucking seat
I am deeply connected to my firearm, carrying it discreetly beneath my seat
Talking, pulling pistols out and shooting never shook me
Engaging in conversations about brandishing guns and shooting has never scared or intimidated me
You boys can't hook me listen what the hook be
You guys are incapable of capturing my attention, pay attention to the lyrics of the chorus
Oh we some headbussas, oh we some headbussas
We are individuals who deliver powerful headbutts, causing severe damage
We crack a nigga skull, we some head bussas [Repeat: x4]
We cause fractures in someone's skull, showcasing our aggressive and confrontational nature
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey(X4)
Expressing excitement and enthusiasm, seizing attention
Lyrics © RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: MARLON N GOODWIN, CRAIG N LOVE, SAMMIE NORRIS, JONATHAN H SMITH, PREMRO N SMITH
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John Taylor
17 years later this song still pops into my head like once a week.
sunny ray
Thought I was the only one lol
Anthony Rodgers
"Full on all kinda drugs!"🤣🤣
Andre Pena
Everyday for me lol
I'm Sentient, Titania Cum
🙂
Eboni Rice
This album is CLASSIC!!!! I'm still bumping EVERY track like its the first time!
LFS
2020 still jammin
Donavan Speaks
I’m bumping this album right now #Thanksgiving2020 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥❗️❗️❗️💯💯💯💯💯💯💯
Roland Bullock
True 💯
Mr Jones
8 Ball being 1st on this track is genius! Underrated skills.